What is Barrier Banking?
The Salmon DNA Australia method
Make the deposits every day, so your skin can afford the withdrawals.
The definition
Barrier Banking is a daily skincare habit of making small, steady deposits into your skin barrier, a gentle salmon DNA cleanse, serum, a moisturiser that locks moisture in and daily SPF, so your skin holds up and looks its best on the days that take more out of it. The term was coined in 2026 by Sam Thompson, founder of Salmon DNA Australia, the official Australian and New Zealand distributor of CureNex and Vitaran.
Deposits and withdrawals
Your skin barrier is the outer layer that locks moisture in. Some days add to it. Some days take from it.
Withdrawals
Aircon and heaters. Long flights. Late nights. Hot showers. Summer sun, salt water and chlorine. Harsh scrubs. Peel week.
Deposits
A salmon DNA cleanse that does not strip. A salmon DNA serum. A moisturiser that locks it in. SPF every morning. Masks and eye patches when you need a top up.
What a strong skin barrier does for your skin
- Locks moisture in, so skin feels less tight and dry.
- Helps keep everyday stressors out: aircon, sun, wind and pollution.
- Smoother, softer texture you can feel.
- A plumper, bouncier look, with fine lines looking softer.
- Clearer, more even looking skin.
- That lit from within glow, because smooth, hydrated skin reflects light.
- Makeup sits better, so you need less of it.
Your daily deposits
CureNex Hydrating Cleanser with PDRNMorning and night$69Add to cartDetails
CureNex Salmon DNA Daily SerumMorning and night$49Add to cartDetails
CureNex Salmon DNA PDRN Face CreamMorning and night$69Add to cartDetails
CureNex Salmon DNA Sheer SunscreenEvery morning$67.90Add to cartDetails
Want all four? The CureNex 4 Step Set is the daily stack in one box. $229, or 4 x $57.25 with Afterpay. Save $25.90 on buying them separately.
Add the 4 Step SetThat is your PDRN Stack, and every step is a deposit. The CureNex Salmon DNA 4 Step Set covers all four in one box.
Big withdrawal day?
CureNex Salmon DNA Sheet Masks, 5 packAfter a long flight or a day in the sun$55Add to cartDetails
Puri Eyes Salmon DNA Eye Patches, 80 packEvery day, especially after a late night$89Add to cartDetails
CureNex Exo Brightening CreamWhen skin looks flat and tired$79Add to cartDetails
Bigger deposits, once a week or once a month
On top of the daily stack, an intensive salmon DNA session is the biggest single deposit you can make. Use it once a week for a boost, or once a month to keep the balance topped up. Never daily.
Curenex Intense Glow & Shine PDRN Skin Booster, box of 5Five sessions: five weeks in a row, or one a month$199Add to cartDetails
Curenex Intense Glow & Shine Skin Booster AmpouleOne session, to try it first$79Add to cartDetails
Flying, a big event or summer coming up? Plan ahead with Barrier Loading. Curious about the science? It is on the PDRN Stacking page.
See the full PDRN Stack and every bundle →
The Salmon DNA Method
Three ideas from Salmon DNA Australia that work together.
The routine. Salmon DNA in every step, working as one.
Barrier Banking
The daily habit. Small deposits so skin holds up on the hard days.
The lead up. Six weeks of loading your routine before a big moment.
Barrier Banking questions
Is Barrier Banking a treatment?
No. It is an everyday care habit that helps skin stay hydrated, soft and healthy looking. Our products are cosmetics. If your skin is irritated or broken, speak with a health professional.
How long until I notice a difference?
Banking is about consistency. Give a steady routine at least four weeks to judge how your skin looks and feels.
Who created Barrier Banking?
Barrier Banking was coined by Sam Thompson, founder of Salmon DNA Australia on the Gold Coast, the official Australian and New Zealand distributor of CureNex and Vitaran Korean skincare.
All products supplied by Salmon DNA Australia are cosmetics intended to improve the appearance and feel of skin. They are not therapeutic goods. If your skin is irritated or broken, speak with a health professional. Salmon DNA (PDRN) is not suitable for anyone with a fish allergy. Patch test before use. Results vary from person to person.